Faisal Al Bannai In founding cybersecurity firm DarkMatter in 2014, Faisal Al Bannai created one of the most successful – and potentially important – start-ups in recent memory. The former CEO became managing director last year, having evolved the company into a $400m revenue business with over 600 employees – a figure that has continued to rise to… In founding cybersecurity firm DarkMatter in 2014, Faisal Al Bannai created one of the most successful – and potentially important – start-ups in recent memory. The former CEO became managing director last year, having evolved the company into a $400m revenue business with over 600 employees – a figure that has continued to rise to around 750 people. Responsible for the groups’ long-term growth strategy, oversight of its functions, and R&D initiatives, Al Bannai aims to lead the company into Saudi Arabia this year as part of regional expansion plans. Founder and managing director, DarkMatter Group Origin:UAE Residence:UAE Sector:Science and technology